<p>A busy community emergency department in Southwest Louisiana is recruiting a full-time, permanent Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a well-supported APP team. The 14-bed ED runs approximately 22,000 visits annually with 24/7 physician coverage, giving APPs a high-volume, high-acuity environment backed by consistent attending presence. Flexible shift lengths, a W2 employment structure, and a competitive compensation package make this a strong long-term position for an experienced emergency medicine APP ready to plant roots in the Gulf South.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Highly competitive compensation — W2 employment with full benefits</li> <li>Sign-on bonus provided</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> <li>Medical, dental, and retirement benefits included in the full benefits package</li> <li>Professional liability insurance provided by the employer</li> <li>Flexible shift scheduling (8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts) designed to support work/life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>14-bed Emergency Department with an annual visit volume of approximately 22,000 patients</li> <li>Average patient load of 50–60 patients per provider per day — consistent, substantive clinical volume</li> <li>24/7 attending physician coverage on 12-hour shifts, ensuring continuous physician support for APPs</li> <li>APP coverage layer of 12–15 hours per day, with some shifts structured for double coverage to provide added clinical backup</li> <li>Full-time schedule of 120 hours per month with shift length options of 8, 10, or 12 hours to accommodate scheduling preferences</li> <li>Community ED setting with a collaborative, team-oriented practice model</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board-certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) — certification required</li> <li>Active Louisiana state license with prescriptive authority — required at time of start</li> <li>1–2 years of Emergency Medicine or acute care experience preferred</li> <li>Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high patient volumes in a fast-paced emergency setting</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Southwest Louisiana offers a distinctive Gulf Coast lifestyle defined by rich Cajun and Creole culture, exceptional regional cuisine, and a strong sense of community. The area features affordable cost of living, easy access to outdoor recreation along the Gulf waterways and bayous, and a warm climate year-round. Major regional hubs including Lake Charles provide urban amenities while preserving the character and pace of a close-knit community — an appealing combination for clinicians seeking both professional stability and quality of life.</p>